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SMMT uses international summit to renew call for ZEV Mandate overhaul
The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) has called for “urgent action” from the government to help the automotive sector under pressure from “mounting costs, global protectionism and rising risk of disinvestment.” Speaking at the SMMT International Automotive Summit…
RAC announces winner of the Mobile Mechanic of the Year award
A vehicle service and repair technician who has been with the RAC for two years has won the ‘RAC Mobile Mechanic of the Year’ award. Jack Halstead has 14 years’ of experience working on cars, but it was his strong…
Neil Fiorentinos named CEO of BMW Group UK and Ireland
Neil Fiorentinos has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group UK and Ireland, effective 1 September 2026. Fiorentinos is currently CEO of BMW Group Central and Southeastern Europe, based in Salzburg. He oversees commercial operations across 12 countries. Since…
Donnelly Group to represent Leapmotor in Northern Ireland
Donnelly Group has been appointed to represent Leapmotor in Northern Ireland from its Belfast and Mallusk showrooms. Leapmotor, which is a Stellantis brand, has initially entered the Northern Ireland market with three core models; the city T03, the compact B10…
Ben launches summer support lifeline
Automotive industry charity Ben launched its summer families project today to support current and former automotive workers through the cost-of-living-crisis. The project provides practical, emotional and financial support to help manage the extra costs of the school holidays, including food,…
Bowker Motor Group to represent Lepas in Blackburn and Preston
Bowker Motor Group to open Lepas dealerships in Blackburn and Preston Bowker Motor Group is to represent Lepas in Blackburn and Preston this summer with a model range focused on hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles. First to launch will…
YouGov rates top car brands in UK automotive rankings report
Volkswagen was rated the top brand in the UK in a new YouGov UK Automotive Rankings report. Volkswagen got an index score of 26.1 closely followed by Toyota in second place with a score of 24, Mercedes-Benz (23.1), Volvo (21.1),…